Chapter 476 That's It
Unlike marriage, engagement is a much simpler process. The Su family booked a floor at the best hotel in Kyoto and sent out invitations widely. Everyone who had a close relationship with them received an invitation.
For a time, everyone in the upper circles of Kyoto knew that the only heir of the younger generation of the Su family was going to be engaged. Many families sighed that they had lost another suitable marriage partner.
Of course, there were also many people who sighed deeply because Gu Siqing was going to get engaged. How could the Su family get such an advantage?
After hearing the news, Kang Yuanze stayed in his room all day, which made Mrs. Kang anxious. She thought to herself that the fourth child of the Gu family was too short-sighted. Wasn't their Yuanze any better than Han Zhengping? But things had already come to this, what else could be done?
During dinner, Kang Yuanze finally came out of the room. Mrs. Kang and Mr. Kang both breathed a sigh of relief. Mr. Kang patted him on the shoulder and said, "Many things in a person's life are about fate. You and the child of the Gu family are not destined to be together."
Kang Yuanze hummed, "I'm fine, don't worry."
It would be a lie to say he wasn't sad, but he wasn't going to die over it. Just like his grandfather said, he and Gu Siqing weren't meant to be together. If he had known her earlier than Han Zhengping, maybe they still had a chance.
But how could they have known each other earlier? They were childhood sweethearts.
"I'll go with you on the day they get engaged," said Kang Yuanze.
Maybe it's self-abuse, but it also makes me give up in the end.
On the day of the engagement party, Gu Siqing and Han Zhengping arrived at the hotel early, mainly because Gu Siqing needed to do her makeup and hair. The makeup artist was hired from the crew, so her skills were naturally impeccable. Gu Siqing discussed with her and asked her to keep it simple, not too heavy.
Gu Yimin, Gu Erhui, and Gu Sanjing were here with her, and even Qu Anyi had come over. Seeing that she looked good, Gu Siqing thought she must be getting along well with Zhou Guoyuan.
Soon the makeup was done, and everyone praised how beautiful it looked. Gu Sanjing even took out her camera to take several photos. Just as things were getting busy, there was a knock on the door, and Han Zhengping walked in. He was wearing a black suit, and his hair was probably covered in a lot of hairspray, which made him look very handsome.
Gu Erhui went over and pulled the person next to Gu Siqing, asking Gu Sanjing to take a photo. It was really pleasing to the eyes no matter how you looked at it. After a while, the few people went out, leaving only the two of them in the room. Han Zhengping hugged the person tightly and said in a low voice: "It's really beautiful."
As he said this, he wanted to lower his head and kiss him, but Gu Siqing quickly pushed him away, "Your face is covered in powder, don't kiss your makeup away."
Han Zhengping had no choice but to lower his head and whisper in her ear, "Congratulations on your engagement."
Gu Siqing was happy, "Congratulations!"
At this time, there was a knock on the door, and the butler's voice came, "Master, it's almost your turn to come on stage."
The two helped each other tidy up their clothes, and then walked out hand in hand. Both hearts were beating faster. Being engaged meant that their relationship had taken a step forward, and in the future they would become the two closest people in the world.
When she got on the stage, Gu Siqing suddenly felt a little nervous. It was not because there were so many people sitting below, but because she thought about her past and present lives, and it felt like a dream.
Feeling her hands trembling, Han Zhengping lowered his head and asked in her ear, "What's wrong?"
"I'm just a little nervous." Gu Siqing said.
Han Zhengping chuckled and whispered in her ear, "I'm going to change my identity, and I'm a little nervous."
The two of them lowered their heads and whispered to each other. The emcee praised them and said, "Please put the engagement ring on each other's finger."
Then the two people over there were still talking quietly head to head, so the emcee had to say, "It seems that this couple really are childhood sweethearts!"
The people below burst into laughter, and the two realized that they had made a joke. Gu Siqing's face was red as if it was bleeding. Han Zhengping held her hand tightly and said, "It's okay, everyone is laughing at me."
Gu Siqing rolled her eyes at him, and they both put rings on each other's fingers, their hearts pounding, their hands tightly clasped together.
The Gu and Su families below were all smiling. Kong Xiuwan and Wang Yueju said, "I've never seen such a loving couple."
Wang Yueju was naturally very satisfied with Han Zhengping and said, "It's good for the two of us to be together since we were young."
Next came the toasts. There were many people that Gu Siqing and Han Zhengping didn't know, so Su Wenshan took them with him. After toasting two tables, they went to the next table and introduced them, "This is from Hong Kong, your Uncle Xu."
As soon as these words came out, Gu Siqing couldn't help but take a closer look at Xu Likang. How should I put it? She didn't expect Xu Likang to look so gentle and elegant. He also looked 60% similar to Xu Yusen and had a good appearance.
Because she had heard many bad rumors about him, Gu Siqing subconsciously thought that he was a greasy and fat-headed person.
"Wenshan! Your son is such a handsome man!" Xu Likang looked at Han Zhengping with deep envy.
Su Wenshan naturally had to be modest, and then Xu Likang said: "My Yusen has done very well outside in the past few years."
His tone was full of pride.
Su Wenshan laughed and thought to himself, aren't you ashamed to say this? Your own son doesn't even recognize you, so why are you so proud?
Of course, visitors are guests, and although Xu Likang may have a reputation for being a womanizer, he's actually quite good at business. Su Wenshan spoke to him politely for a few moments, and Gu Siqing and Han Zhengping toasted him before leaving.
Xu Likang scanned the banquet hall until he spotted Xu Yusen at a table near the front. That table was occupied by young people, all of whom looked promising. Xu Likang asked the people next to him who were sitting at that table.
After hearing what others said, Xu Likang regretted not easing his relationship with his son sooner. Just look at how talented his son is. He had only been in Kyoto for a short time, but he had already established a network of connections. Of course, Xu Likang was also very satisfied with the projects he had previously worked on abroad.
Even if he had another son, he might not be as outstanding as him.
Gu Siqing and Han Zhengping toasted here, and then it was Kang Yuanze's turn. Although the relationship between the three of them was quite awkward, they all acted very normal. Kang Yuanze raised his glass and said, "I wish you a happy marriage."
Gu Siqing and Han Zhengping smiled and said thank you, then the three of them drank the wine in their glasses. Gu Siqing and Han Zhengping went to toast others. Kang Yuanze sat down and looked at the backs of the two people holding hands, pursed his lips and smiled.
Let it be, everything is buried in the past youth.
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